Practitioners often talk about compensations and compensation patterns. However, they often offer very different definitions or explanations based on their individual perspectives and modes of assessment. In this article Kevin Haussler, DVM, DC, PhD aims to add some clarity and delves into the different ways the body reacts to injury or disease, whether those responses are good or bad, and what we can do to help manage them.

In this second part, Gillian is going to share a few top tips to help you really nail your horse’s lunging routine. Even when you are good at using your body position and body language – your rope handling skills are top notch you may still need a little bit of extra help. Most issues you will encounter when you are lunging your horse are down to the horse not fully understanding what you are asking them to do.

At Horses Inside Out, our mission has always been clear - to show how a deeper understanding of anatomy can enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury. We all want what’s best for our horses. That’s why we keep learning, striving, and seeking new ways to improve their welfare.

Polework is an incredibly effective and accessible training tool for horses of all ages, disciplines, and abilities, but only when it’s done correctly. One of the most common questions we receive at Horses Inside Out is: “What’s the correct distance for poles?” It's a good question and one that is important to understand not just for ease and performance, but also for the horse’s musculoskeletal health, posture, and confidence.

As owners, riders, trainers and therapists we are all striving to ensure our horses are symmetrical and sound. But what does that really mean? Soundness and symmetry in the horse refers to the balance and harmony of the musculoskeletal system and its impact on how the horse moves. While we understand that both symmetry and soundness are essential for the optimal health, welfare and performance of horses, how do we achieve it – is it just a case of correct training, manageme

For many, the word "anatomy" conjures images of thick textbooks filled with phrases and words that are complicated to understand let alone pronounce. At Horses Inside Out, equine anatomy is anything but dry.

When we think about the horses we ride, train or care for, soundness and symmetry often go hand in hand and they are something many of us, quite understandably, take for granted.

In this article, we look at the benefits of stretching exercises for your horse and three stretches that all horses should do.

Having the skills to recognise and address asymmetry is fundamental for owners, riders and trainers

The core muscles of the horse play a vital role in a horse's balance and posture.

Pilates-style exercises for your horse can help him to feel good both physiologically and in turn psychologically. Using these exercise are

There is no better way to visualise and understand how the horse’s anatomy is affected by the rider and doing different movements than to see it in action. If you have been to one of Gillian's live painted horse lecture demonstrations you will know just what we are talking about. Our demo at Moulton College was no exception - jam-packed full of fabulous information, tips, exercises - you name it, this demo had it. The complex subject of equine anatomy and biomechanics brought

Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Which Muscles of the Horse Carry the Rider?

n this second article of our series exploring anatomical misconceptions, we are looking at the location of the hip joint and hindlimb anatom

Equine anatomy is a fascinating and complex subject, and it’s the mission of Gillian Higgins and Horses Inside Out to take the mystery out..

The art of equine massage is a valuable skill that we can all learn and offers a multitude of benefits that can enhance a horse's well-being

Having been through The Pony Club and BHS training as well as owning horses for over 30 years I feel I have a grasp of fitting a bridle – or do I? In this blog, horse owner Allison Lowther reviews Gillian's latest book Illustrated Head Anatomy. Reading Illustrated Head Anatomy has been a real eye-opener and made me look beyond what you can see in front of you when you’re assessing the fit of a bridle. Having an understanding and being able to visualise all the delicate and